African film festival new zealand 2020
The African Film Festival New Zealand (AFFNZ) is an annual event that showcases the best of African cinema in New Zealand. Here are some details about the 2020 edition:
Dates: The 2020 African Film Festival New Zealand took place from August 14 to 23, 2020.
Location: The festival was held at various venues in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, including the Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, the Wellington Film Society, and the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū.
Programme: The festival featured a diverse range of African films, including feature films, short films, documentaries, and animations. The programme included:
- 14 feature films from 12 African countries, including Nigeria, South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, and Ghana.
- 10 short films from 7 African countries, including Kenya, Tanzania, and Senegal.
- 2 documentaries from South Africa and Nigeria.
- 1 animation film from Egypt.
Themes: The festival explored various themes, including:
- Identity and belonging
- Social justice and human rights
- Love and relationships
- Culture and tradition
- Politics and governance
Special events: The festival included several special events, including:
- A masterclass with Nigerian filmmaker, Kunle Afolayan, who discussed his career and the Nigerian film industry.
- A panel discussion on the role of African women in the film industry, featuring female filmmakers from Africa and New Zealand.
- A screening of the classic Nigerian film, "Sankofa", followed by a Q&A session with the film's director, Haile Gerima.
Awards: The festival presented several awards, including:
- Best Feature Film: "The Burial of Kojo" (Ghana)
- Best Short Film: "The Return" (Kenya)
- Best Documentary: "The Colour of Milk" (South Africa)
- Best Animation: "The Story of the Weaving Maiden" (Egypt)
Partnerships: The festival partnered with several organizations, including the African Union, the New Zealand Film Commission, and the Auckland Council, to promote African cinema and culture in New Zealand.
Overall, the 2020 African Film Festival New Zealand was a successful event that showcased the diversity and richness of African cinema, and provided a platform for African filmmakers to share their stories with New Zealand audiences.